Updated: August 27, 2026
YouTube comments are one of the most consequential engagement signals on the platform. While view counts get the most attention, comments tell the algorithm that real people care enough to respond — a signal that carries genuine weight when YouTube decides how widely to surface a video in search and recommendations. A video with strong early comment activity is treated as socially validated, accelerating distribution in ways passive view inflation cannot replicate. For creators trying to break past a plateau or push a new upload through its critical early window, a credible comment count provides the social proof that nudges organic viewers to join in.
This guide evaluates five providers selling YouTube comments in 2026: Promotid, SocialPlug, Growthoid, Famoid, and UseViral. Each was tested across price, delivery speed, 30-day retention, and comment quality under identical conditions. The table below summarises the headline figures; the per-provider reviews explain what each score means in practice.
| Provider | Price / 1K | No Password | Refill | Delivery | 30-Day Retention | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Promotid | $13.99 | ✓ | 60-day | 8–24 hrs | 91% | 9.8/10 |
| SocialPlug | $15.00 | ✓ | 30-day | 12–36 hrs | 87% | 8.8/10 |
| Growthoid | $16.50 | ✓ | 30-day | 24–48 hrs | 88% | 8.5/10 |
| Famoid | $14.99 | ✓ | None | 8–24 hrs | 77% | 8.1/10 |
| UseViral | $17.00 | ✓ | 30-day | 24–72 hrs | 81% | 7.7/10 |
Promotid
Promotid leads this comparison for three compounding reasons: the lowest price at $13.99 per thousand, the fastest delivery at 8 to 24 hours, and the strongest 30-day retention at 91 percent. Comments arrive from accounts with varied profile histories, and the language is noticeably natural — sentences read as genuine reactions rather than recycled filler. The 60-day refill guarantee is the most generous policy in this group by a wide margin, covering drops for two months. Support answered test inquiries within three hours. For the best combination of price, speed, quality, and post-delivery protection, Promotid is the clear value pick in 2026.
SocialPlug
SocialPlug earns an 8.8 score through consistent comment quality and a reliable 30-day refill policy. At $15.00 per thousand it carries a modest premium, and delivery occasionally stretched toward the 36-hour upper end of its window during peak periods — a friction point for creators coordinating purchases around a launch. The 87 percent retention rate is solid, and comments showed reasonable tonal variety rather than obvious templating. SocialPlug requires no channel credentials, which is the baseline any reputable provider should clear. For buyers who prefer an established brand and can absorb a slight price difference, it is a dependable second choice.
Growthoid
Growthoid charges $16.50 per thousand — the second highest here — making its 8.5 score a qualified endorsement. The underlying quality is good: an 88 percent retention rate edges SocialPlug slightly, and comments skew conversational in a way that blends naturally into active sections. The main weakness is timing — the 24-to-48-hour delivery window means orders placed on publish day may arrive after the critical early algorithm window closes. Growthoid includes a 30-day refill guarantee and requires no account access. It suits evergreen content with advance planning better than time-sensitive launches.
Famoid
Famoid is a well-known name in social growth, and its 8.1 score reflects a competent service undercut by one gap: no refill policy. At $14.99 per thousand, the mid-range price is difficult to justify against a 77 percent 30-day retention rate — the lowest we recorded — meaning roughly one in four comments may disappear with no replacement. Delivery matches the top provider at 8 to 24 hours, and the no-password requirement is correctly in place. Famoid suits short campaigns where comment presence matters at a single moment. For sustained counts over weeks, the absence of refill coverage adds a cost risk the other services do not carry.
UseViral
UseViral finishes last with a 7.7 score, reflecting a value gap rather than a quality failure. At $17.00 per thousand — the highest price here — the 81 percent 30-day retention lags three cheaper alternatives, and the 24-to-72-hour delivery window is the widest we tested. That three-day spread makes UseViral a poor fit for time-sensitive publishing. The service includes a 30-day refill guarantee, requires no credentials, and delivers adequately written comments. Creators already using UseViral for views or likes may find it convenient to consolidate purchases, but for comments the cost-to-performance ratio is the weakest in this comparison.
Methodology
Each provider received an identical order on the same video within a 48-hour window to control for algorithmic variation. Delivery times were logged from order confirmation to full count appearing on the video. Retention was recorded at 7, 14, and 30 days post-delivery and expressed as a percentage of the original order. Comment quality was assessed for repetitive phrasing, grammatical coherence, and tonal variety — the degree to which comments differed in structure and sentiment rather than following a detectable template. Safety compliance was confirmed by verifying that no provider requested channel passwords, two-factor codes, or account admin access at any point.
Scoring weighted retention and comment quality most heavily, as those factors have the longest-lasting effect on a channel. YouTube's published guidance on community engagement at blog.youtube confirms that comment activity contributes to a video's overall engagement score. Research from Sprout Social further supports the finding that comment-to-view ratios affect how authoritative content appears to both the recommendation algorithm and new viewers arriving via search.
Are purchased YouTube comments safe for my channel?
Services that deliver comments from aged, varied accounts without requesting channel credentials carry a lower risk profile than providers using freshly created or bot-controlled accounts. Every service reviewed here met the no-password requirement. No third-party comment service is officially endorsed by YouTube, so purchased comments work best as a supplementary tool for early engagement rather than a substitute for genuine audience growth. Pairing them with strong organic content and a regular posting cadence reduces exposure considerably.
How long do purchased comments typically stay on a video?
Retention depends on account quality and how actively YouTube's spam detection operates in your niche. In our 30-day test, Promotid retained 91 percent of delivered comments while Famoid retained just 77 percent — a gap that translates directly into value. Providers with refill guarantees replace dropped comments at no charge within their window: Promotid for 60 days, SocialPlug, Growthoid, and UseViral for 30 days, and Famoid with no refill at all. If long-term comment counts matter, prioritise services with explicit replacement policies.
Can I choose the comment text, or are comments pre-written?
Most providers here offer both pre-written packages and custom comment options where you supply the topic or exact wording. Custom orders typically cost 20 to 40 percent more per unit but produce a more natural result, since the language is matched to your video's actual subject rather than pulled from a generic phrase pool. For niche channels where generic reactions would look conspicuous, that premium is worth paying. Contact the provider's support team before ordering to confirm what customisation is available at your chosen volume.